Mechanical Designer III - Pipe

Austal USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA in Mobile, Alabama is seeking a skilled CAD Designer responsible for developing 2D and 3D drawings. The role involves directing CAD Drafters, collaborating with production management, and ensuring technical accuracy of designs.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma and a minimum of 4 years of 3D modeling experience, ideally with shipyard design. Proficiency in AutoCAD and strong communication skills are essential. The position offers a dynamic work environment with an emphasis on teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of 3D modeling experience.
• 5 to 10 years of shipyard design or production experience.
• Ability to interpret system schematics and create 3D CAD models.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for 2D and 3D drawing development.
• Lead the work of CAD Drafters and Designer I-II.
• Collaborate with Production Management and design teams.

Skills

3D Modeling

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

ShipConstructor

Navisworks

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in CAD

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

ShipConstructor

Navisworks

Job description

Reports to: Lead Designer. Supervises: CAD Drafters, Designer I-II.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for 2D and 3D drawing development.
• Check drawings created by CAD Drafters and Designer I-II.
• Collaborate with Production Management and cross‑functional design teams, including internal and external partners.
• Lead the work of CAD Drafters and Designer I-II, review technical adequacy of drawings, and provide direction for corrections or adjustments to meet customer requirements.
• Train CAD Drafters and Designers I-III according to established standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree or higher in CAD preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of 3D modeling experience.
• 5 to 10 years of shipyard design or production/construction experience, or equivalent.
• Experience in construction of high‑speed aluminum vessels preferred.
• Experience with modular construction methods preferred.
• Experience in design and construction of U.S. Navy vessels preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of scheduling and ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience interacting with multiple design teams and production members.
• Experience using 2D and 3D AutoCAD – basic draw and modify commands, layer types, line types, dimensions, unit of measure, creating orthographic views from isometric drawings, 3D modeling commands, creating 3D models from orthographic views or vendor‑furnished information, interfacing with models from other disciplines using the XREF command, and modeling in 3D model space without interferences.
• Experience with ShipConstructor preferred.
• Thorough understanding of vessel design in at least two of the following areas: Equipment, Electrical Fit‑out, Foundations, Hull, HVAC, Material, Pipe, Product Hierarchy, Structure.
• Ability to interpret system schematics, structural key plans, compartment arrangements, and electrical diagrams to create 3D CAD models.

Tools

• Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD
• ShipConstructor
• Navisworks

Employment Eligibility Guidelines

To be eligible for employment: prove U.S. Person Status; no felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years of disposition; no felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years; willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that supports individuals with disabilities. Contact 251-445-1932 for assistance with application technology or other disability‑related application issues.